Substitute Teacher - McMinn County Schools

Substitute Teacher K-12

The Substitute Teacher provides services as an employee of StaffEZ, serving the district by delivering instruction, encouraging students, and managing the learning environment in a positive manner.

Compensation:

• Certified Teacher with Teaching License: $100.00 per day.
• High School, Bachelor's Degree or Higher: $85.00 per day.

Essential Job Functions:

• Report to the office upon arrival, check out at end of the day.
• Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times specified.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.
• Maintain accurate, complete and correct records of the day.
• Plan, supervise and provide guidance for student(s), teacher aid(s) and volunteer(s).
• Use personal judgment and discretion in supervising the class.
• Assist students with any help they may need with their work.
• Tidy up the classroom after the day has commenced.
• Document any discrepancies that may have occurred throughout the day.
• Follow lesson plans, make notations.
• Be prepared to assist in other classrooms during prep hour or breaks.
• Be aware of the different social personalities.
• Must be familiar with Microsoft Office and other computer programs.
• Assist administrators in implementing the policies and procedures of the school to maintain a safe learning environment for the students.
• Create and maintain respect and fairness to all students and staff.
• Ability to address various learning techniques of students.
• Maintain student confidentiality.
• Ability to discipline students when necessary following the policies.
• Be aware of any school policy and procedures regarding lock downs, fire drills, etc.
• Represent the District and STAFFEZ in a professional manner by performing all job functions at a satisfactory or above level.
• Interact with co-workers, administration, students, parents, and the community in a positive, supportive, and cooperative ways.
• Performs other related duties, including special projects, as required or requested, consistent with reasonable expectations for the contracted position.

Qualifications:

• Completion of High School Diploma/GED, credit consolidated at one four-year regionally accredited college and university and/or hold a valid teaching certificate.
• Completion of the required Global Compliance Network training modules.
• Demonstrated record of good attendance and punctuality.
• Demonstrated strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication.
• Must meet criminal history background requirements (requires FBI Fingerprint and Drug clearance).

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods of time.
• Occasional climbing of steps.
• Ability to hear and understand speech at normal levels.
• Potential supervision of students outside in all types of weather.
• Depending on assignment, may involve more physical activity, e.g. Physical Education classes, pre-school or special education assignments.

Work Year, Hours & Compensation:

• Hours vary depending on assignment. Pay based on educational qualifications.